A moving story rooted in the Liberation War and the spirit of the Language Movement is set to reach television audiences through the special drama “Amar Bornomala”.

The actor made his early mark in cinema in 1972 with “Ora 11 Jon”, appearing as a war criminal in one of the country’s earliest post-Liberation War films.

Released in 1970, the film is widely regarded as a landmark political allegory in Bangladeshi cinema. Though produced before independence, its critique of authoritarian rule and symbolic engagement with collective resistance have long linked it to commemorations surrounding the Language Movement.

The country’s film industry traditionally sees renewed momentum during the two Eid festivals each year. While interest in theatrical releases often remains subdued for the rest of the year, filmmakers typically rush to secure Eid slots. This trend has continued for several years. Last year, six films were released during each Eid, totalling 12. This time, however, the number may surpass that figure during Eid-ul-Fitr alone, with as many as 16 films currently aiming for release. Despite Ramadan having begun, promotional campaigns for most of these films have yet to start.

Actor Eric Dane, best known for his role as Dr Mark Sloan, also known as ‘McSteamy,’ on ABC’s long-running medical drama "Grey’s Anatomy", has died at the age of 53. His family confirmed the news to People on Thursday.

Mukhopadhyay lived through the fractures of partition, the uncertainties of migration, and the routines of middle-class survival. Politics was inherited consciousness, not a slogan. Songwriting became a ledger of conscience: a daily reckoning with history, place, and identity. His voice quivered at the edges, not from lack of technique, but from the weight of feeling itself. Being Bengali was not taught; it had to be experienced.

In the post, Mim expressed gratitude for togetherness, blessings, and cherished moments spent with loved ones, describing the evening as her “first iftar of this blessed Ramadan”.

Titled “Sangkalan”, the exhibition will open on February 20 at Galerie Zoom inside Alliance Française de Dhaka in Dhanmondi. Running through February 28, the show examines how vernacular print media — from magazines and literary supplements to pamphlets and posters — became instruments of resistance, documentation and collective identity in the decades following the Language Movement.

National Film Award-winning actor Shakib Khan has outlined his expectations from the new government, emphasising transparency, accountability and structural reform within the film industry.

Actress Sabila Nur, who grabbed attention last year with her debut film “Taandob”, is set to return to the big screen this Eid with “Bonolota Express” — a star-studded film directed by Tanim Noor, known for his acclaimed work “Utshob”.

Miley Cyrus is set to revisit one of her most iconic roles as she returns as Hannah Montana for a 20th anniversary special episode. The celebratory event will premiere on March 24 on Disney+, the platform confirmed.

Indian actor Alia Bhatt has been announced as one of the presenters for the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards. The ceremony, organised by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA), is scheduled to take place on February 22.

J-Hope of global K-pop group BTS marked his birthday ( February 18) by donating a total of 300 million won ($207,000) to support underprivileged children, Asan Medical Center and ChildFund Korea announced on Wednesday.

The first, Contemporary Bengali Choir, was also produced by Armeen Musa, introducing modern Bengali choral textures to the global production community.

Bengal Shilpalay recently presented the outcomes of its S M Sultan Art Conservation Project, a research-led initiative dedicated to preserving the works of one of Bangladesh’s most celebrated modern masters.

The image circulated widely on February 17— the anniversary of Manna’s death in 2008 — which this year also marked Tarique Rahman’s swearing-in as Bangladesh’s 11th prime minister. The coincidence has drawn renewed attention to the brief, little-known encounter between the two men.

The 2026 theme, “Cinema of the Journey,” centres on transformation through movement — physical or emotional. The line-up will include Arab and international short and feature-length films in which journeys drive narrative change, from road films to stories of migration and self-discovery.

With the holy month of Ramadan approaching, television channels are preparing special programming for viewers. Deepto TV has announced a lineup of daily Ramadan shows, including two cooking programmes to be hosted by actresses Richie Solaiman and Zakia Bari Mamo.

Renowned screenwriter Salim Khan has been admitted to a hospital in Mumbai and is currently under intensive medical care. The 90-year-old writer, widely known as the father of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, is being closely monitored by doctors.

Veteran actress Pravina Deshpande passed away on Tuesday (February 17) after a prolonged battle with cancer. She was 60. Her family confirmed the news through a statement shared on her official Instagram account.